The Drop Record: New Releases From Le Creuset, Serta x Shinola, Ghia x Ghetto Gastro, and Extra
Welcome to another edition of The Drop List, where we, self-proclaimed shopping obsessives, give you the lowdown on the most highly anticipated releases and intriguing launches of the past few weeks. We hope you’ll think of this as a one-stop shop to discover your new favorite brand, an emerging designer, or a fun collaboration straight out of the gate. (And, if you’re craving even more Clever content, don’t forget to sign up for our newsletter.)
February 1, 2021 – Playing up clean lines and airy design aesthetics, award-winning designer Ini Archibong’s Iquo Café Collection for Knoll is a must-have for anyone looking to spruce up their indoor or outdoor space before spring rolls around (Iquo is the name of Ini’s grandmother, mother, and his daughter’s middle name which translates to “powerful voice”). We especially like all the different color combinations you can dream up for these two-tone dining chairs that feature a molded glass back and an upholstered seat—like lime green and teal velvet, or red orange and pearl upholstery.
February 1, 2021 – Burrow, the design minds behind the couch our global digital director David Kaufman described as “relaxing, useful, and stylish,” recently introduced a new bedroom collection to its functional yet stylish furniture lineup. The Circa Bed is a particular standout, designed in solid hardwood with no-slip slats, an optional upholstered headboard, and easily assembled without the help of any additional tools.
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February 1, 2021 — Le Creuset’s newest releases have everything you need to spice up your morning routine or add a new cookware essential to your rotation this month. Thanks to the new XL Logo Mug (the brand’s largest mug to date) or Hydration Bottle, you’ll practically never have to reach for a refill or worry about your beverages staying cold or hot. Meanwhile, the brand’s fish baker is a real catch, embossed with a detailed fish design, and generously sized to fit a two-pound fish or maybe a hearty roast and some steamed veggies.
February 2, 2021 — This latest collab from It chocolatier Casa Bosques is a special treat: The Mexican chocolate brand has teamed up with gallery collective Tiwa Select and textile artist Megumi Arai to create the flavorful Awase chocolate bar, packed with aromatic ingredients like beetroot-tinted apples, tarragon, and saffron. What’s more is after you’re done enjoying your delectable bar, the botanical-dyed fabric wrapping can be repurposed to wrap other gifts, used as a napkin, or for understated decoration.
February 3, 2021 — For the stylish sleeper, the 313 Mattress Collection from Detroit–based luxury goods brand Shinola and the sleep experts at Serta is the dreamy collaboration you’ve been waiting for. Streamlining Serta’s commitment to comfort with Shinola’s timeless style, the line of premium, gel, and memory foam mattresses are designed to look good and help you sleep better.
February 4, 2021 — Last Friday, Ghetto Gastro and Ghia celebrated Valentine’s Day early with the release of When Ghia Met Wavy, a 200-batch collaboration made with love and bursting with a mix of sweet and savory flavors. Bundling Ghia’s Ghianduja Hazelnut spread and Ghetto Gastro’s Wavy organic pancake and waffle mix, we can’t think of a more perfect pairing to get you out of bed in the morning.
February 7, 2021 — If you’re in need of any kind of bedding refresh before warmer weather rolls around, we think the newest striped bedding from pattern guru Ellen Van Dusen cleans up quite nice. The brand’s latest coverlet collection reimagines extra soft blankets in reversible color combinations like playful shades of warm-tone orange and green or cool-tone brown and green. Plus, each coverlet is stonewashed and insulated for a perfectly cozy quilted effect.
February 8, 2021 — Parachute’s newest line of organic cotton home essentials is a breath of fresh air. Designed to accentuate the inherent softness of cotton, the brand’s GOTS® certified organic offerings are the environmentally-friendly bedding refresh that’s good for the planet and good for your sleep. Think: Soft and sustainable robes, loungewear, towels, and bedding—like this organic cotton duvet cover available in three neutral colors and washed for a lived-in feel.
February 9, 2021 — This Wednesday, cool-kid Scandi-brand Tekla launched its Spring Terry Collection, complete with four new colorways of its very stylish terry cloth towels. Inspired by the rituals of comfort and care, we think these black and blue stripes are the perfect reason to revamp your current towel set, or they will definitely come in handy when pool and beach season rolls around again.
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February 10, 2021 — Fly By Jing is celebrating the arrival of Disney and Pixar’s animated feature Turning Red with a limited-edition collectible lunchbox full of flavor. Each collectible box contains sticker packs and the new Shorty Spice Trio from FBJ—a triple threat of Sichuan flavor favorites including Sichuan Chili Crisp, Zhong Sauce, and Mala Spice Mix in 2oz. shorty sizes. Turning Red historically marks Pixar’s first animated feature with an Asian main character, with a March 11 release date exclusively on Disney+.
